For those who have been eagerly awaiting word on when the latest title in the Kingdom Hearts franchise will be available for Australians, your wait is nearly over. Nintendo Australia has today confirmed that the upcoming 3DS title, Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance will be making its way to our shores this month.

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance features new worlds and never-before seen gameplay elements in the Kingdom Hearts series that are sure to excite both fans and newcomers. You take control of two of the most famous Kingdom Hearts protagonists, Sora and Riku, in an adventure that sees you meet a colourful cast of Disney characters, many of which are making their 3D handheld title debut.

Beloved Disney worlds, such as La Cité des Cloches (The Hunchback of Notre Dame), and “The Grid” (TRON: Legacy) also make their series debut.

So if you have been feeling a bit light-hearted, then make sure you keep an eye out on July 26th for the official Australian and New Zealand release of Kingdom hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance.